How to Preach and Teach the Old Testament for All Its Worth
Zondervan Academic · Paperback · April 19, 2016
Many preachers ignore preaching from the Old Testament because they feel it is outdated in light of the New Testament and difficult to expound.
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- Who it’s for
- A guide to preaching the Old Testament without flattening its varied books.
- Genres
- Preaching, Old Testament Interpretation, Christian Sermons
- Published
- Zondervan Academic, April 19, 2016
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Many preachers ignore preaching from the Old Testament because they feel it is outdated in light of the New Testament and difficult to expound. On the other hand, some preachers will preach from the Old Testament frequently but fail to handle it correctly, turning it into moralistic rules or symbolic lessons for our spiritual life.
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In How to Preach and Teach the Old Testament for All Its Worth, Christopher J. H. Wright proclaims that preachers must not ignore the Old Testament. It is the Word of God! The Old Testament lays the foundation for our faith and it was the Bible that Jesus read and used. Looking first at why we should preach from the Old Testament, the author moves on to show the reader how they can preach from it. Covering the History, Law, Prophets, Psalms, and Wisdom Literature, interspersed with practical checklists, exercises, and sermons, Wright provides an essential guide on how to handle the Old Testament responsibly. X
Preaching With Care
A guide to preaching the Old Testament without flattening its varied books.
Come here for
- Responsible readings across history, law, prophets, Psalms, and wisdom
- Practical checklists, exercises, and sermons for preparation
Expect
- Careful attention to interpreting the Old Testament responsibly
- A serious, practical approach to teaching Scripture
Where it sits
| Preaching | 65% |
|---|---|
| Christian Sermons | 31% |
| Old Testament Interpretation | 25% |
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Publisher categories
- Old Testament Studies
- Christian Sermons
- Pastoral Resources
- Preaching
- Authors
- Christopher J. H. Wright
- Publisher
- Zondervan Academic
- Published
- April 19, 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Reading lane
- Old Testament Studies